The
Illinois Council of the Blind is a not for profit charitable corporation
organized in 1933.
The purpose of the Illinois Council of the Blind is to
promote the general welfare of citizens in Illinois who are blind. Our
goal is to improve the quality of life for all blind and visually impaired
citizens of Illinois. Our objectives include protecting the rights and
privileges of visually impaired Illinois citizens by monitoring legislation,
agencies, and organizations that provide services for them. We also provide
mutual encouragement and support through social change.
The Illinois Council of the Blind is an autonomous state organization.
It is affiliated with the American Council
of the Blind which benefit the blind and visually impaired people
of the United States.
- Annual Convention
Date: 10/10/08 - 10/12/08, Springfield, Illinois - With convention drawing near, it's time to sign up for ICB Committees. Click or press enter here to learn about all the committees which are available and to sign up for those which interest you.
How can I help?
Click or press enter here to join the Monthly Monetary Support (MMS) program of ACB, an easy way to help ACB, our parent organization and ICB at the same time. Up to 50% of your MMS contribution can be designated by you to go to ICB. All funds are deducted from your bank account each month. Just have the 9-digit bank routing number and account number handy and you're ready to go.